What does OFC mean to us? It means wonderful worship services, great and different music, an eclectic mix of parishoners, jazz vespers, town meetings, and dinner circles to name but a few.

It also means caring for those less fortunate than ourselves in very tangible ways. This is the mission of Community Ministry . OFC doesn't just talk about community ministry, we DO IT. We feed the homeless, we aid the elderly right in our own church building. These programs are the lifeblood of our service to our fellow man. 

Now they need help. "FUNDING THE FUTURE OF COMMUNITY MINISTRY AT OFC" is in the works! The goal is a minimum
of $60,000 by the end of June. $40,000 is to support the salary of the Director of Community Ministry for the years 2002,2003, and 2004. The Mission Vision, which was approved by Session in May 2000, asks us for this commitment. $20,000 is to fund the Senior Center salaries for the same period of time. 

Again, we promised to do this when we approved the Mission Vision. So by raising the funds now, we are insuring the future of these programs. They will not need to depend on the fall Stewardship drive every year to know whether they have enough funds to keep going. Think about it. By the end of 2004 our new pastor will be well established, the congregation will be growing faster than ever and we will have the resources to readdress the methods of funding these programs.

The Homelessness Program will have local partners and more outside funding, and the Senior Center will be self sufficient due to increases contributions to the Dr. Daughter's Fund, which is the fund it depends on. Sound too optimistic? We'll never get to find out unless we help now. Please consider a generous gift. Let us FUND THE FUTURE OF COMMUNITY MINISTRY AT OFC. You should have received a letter
in the mail that include a pledge form. Of not, simply call the church office or send us email and one will be sent right out. Thank you !

Current Pledges:

45% of goal

6/29/00